Rapid Covid testing centres have opened across Barnet. (Generic image of a centre shown) Credit: PA Three testing centres have opened across Barnet for people with no Covid symptoms. The centres offer free rapid tests capable of telling a person if they have coronavirus around 45 minutes after they take the test. The Q&A below will tell you everything you need to know about the new rapid test centres across the borough.
Who is eligible for a rapid Covid test? Anyone over the age of 12, and you do not have to have Covid symptoms. However, you should only be getting a rapid test if you have to leave home to go to work or school.